2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
